9/10 participants changed at least one driving behavior due to what they learned

Over 16 million Smart Drivers to date

Volunteer Stories

Rose Hobson, Maryland

“Volunteering for AARP Maryland keeps me alive. It helps you be a better person; it helps your to learn and network. It’s like a family. What is your niche? What do you like to do? AARP has an opportunity for you.”

Jeanette Pike, Indiana

“I took an AARP Driver Safety course in 2012. I enjoyed it so much that when I learned the course needed Instructors, I signed up. I thought, with my experience in teaching, I can do that. Plus, leading Smart Driver courses is a good way to give back to the community; the whole purpose of the course is to save lives.”

Tom Hirsch, Florida

“When I see [participants’] eyes light up or they’re nodding their heads in agreement [to something I said] that to me is very fulfilling. I have shared something with these folks that they would not have otherwise heard or learned [that] will help make their driving experience better and keep them and other folks on the road alive and well and safe.”

*All AARP Driver Safety volunteer positions are unpaid. However, volunteers are reimbursed for approved, program-related, out-of-pocket expenses, such as mileage and postage.

This program is supported by a generous grant from Toyota to AARP Foundation